Last updated: 2026-09-15T12:35:19.396Z

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**Process:** [Natural](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/processing-method/natural)

**Region:** [Lake Kivu, Rwanda 🇷🇼](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/region/087886cb-0547-4c88-9ed4-6f098278795b)

**Variety:** [Red Bourbon](https://www.coffeelist.co/insights/variety/bourbon-vermelho)

**Altitude:** ~1800 masl

**Harvest:** August-October

**Recommended for:** Filter, Espresso

## What the Brand Says

> Nestled west of Lake Kivu, the Kanzu station thrives amidst mineral-rich volcanic soils, where smallholder farmers cultivate Bourbon variety coffee alongside sustenance crops. Rigorous quality control processes at the station, including cherry flotation, dry fermentation, and sustainable water management, ensure exceptional coffee production. Expect balanced and sweetness throughout the drinking experience, with prominent fruited notes, thanks to the soft fruit esters imparted during the natural processing.

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# Rwanda Kanzu Natural

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## Profile

### Taste characteristics

**Body:** 54/100 — Light & tea-like (0) to Full-bodied & creamy (100)

**Acidity:** 63/100 — Soft (0) to Bright & acidic (100)

**Sweetness:** 68/100 — Less sweet (0) to Very sweet (100)

**Bitterness:** 45/100 — Subtle bitterness (0) to Pronounced bitterness (100)

**Character:** 40/100 — Conventional (0) to Funky & novel (100)

**Roast level:** Medium — 4/7, from Extra light (1) to Extra dark (7)

## Tasting Notes

Milk chocolate

Molasses

Plum

Dried apricot

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